Simon Charles Premium Membership

What are the benefits of a Simon Charles premium membership

Access to exclusive premium-only auctions

Our regular weekly sales draw thousands of public bidders nationwide. Premium-only auctions are restricted to premium members. This creates a focused bidding environment where you can target specific high-value items, ex-display inventory, and specialised retail overstock that non-premium members can't bid on.

Reduced bidding competition

Because premium auctions are not offered to non-members, the overall pool of competing bidders is significantly smaller. Lower competition means fewer last-second bidding wars, giving you a better opportunity to win auction lots at lower final hammer prices.

Instant annual activation

Your membership takes effect as soon as payment is complete, giving you immediate access to all active premium auctions. Your fixed annual fee covers a full 365 days of continuous access across all upcoming premium auction schedules throughout the year.

How does the premium membership work

Upgrading your account and bidding on exclusive lots is designed to be seamless, automated, and secure.

Step 1: Sign in or register

Log in to your existing free Simon Charles account, or create your free account.

Step 2: Activate your premium membership

Complete the simple premium membership subscription form and make the annual payment of £19.99.

Start bidding!

Your account immediately gains bidding access for all live and upcoming premium-only auctions.

Premium-only auctions are clearly highlighted on the main auction schedule with a Premium Auction badge to distinguish them from standard public sales. As with all lots, every item features detailed photography, specifications, and condition grading (from brand-new boxed overstock to open-box retail clearance).

Who benefits the most from a premium membership

Whether you are buying to resell for a profit, outfitting a property, or expanding a personal collection, a premium membership unlocks lower-competition bidding environments and gives you a higher chance of winning auctions.

Resellers

Sourcing inventory is the single hardest part of running a profitable resale business. Because Premium sales have fewer competing bidders, hammer prices often stay significantly lower, leaving a much wider profit margin for your resale channels.

A premium membership also gives you access to higher-grade inventory, such as cleaner customer returns, overstock, and boxed retail clearance across electronics, designer goods, and brand-name tools. This means you gain reliable access to specialised inventory to keep your marketplace stores constantly stocked.

Landlords or property developers

Furnishing rental properties, student lets, or holiday rentals can quickly become very expensive.

Trade-price furnishings: Source high-end furniture such as sofas, solid wood dining sets, white goods, and TV units at a fraction of high-street retail costs.

Faster turnaround: Avoid 8-week high-street furniture delivery delays by bidding on live, ready-to-collect inventory.

Collectors and bargain hunters

If you enjoy hunting for specific high-value items, rare collectables, or designer brands, a premium membership gives you a distinct advantage.

View and bid on niche consignments and luxury lots that never appear in standard public sales. This means you get to enjoy a calmer, less crowded bidding environment where your maximum bids go further.

Small business owners

Equip your workspace or staff without paying full commercial retail prices. You can source laptops and computers (Dell Latitude, HP EliteBook), ergonomic desk chairs, monitors, and networking hardware for your business.

We also occasionally have auctions on commercial tools, including outdoor power equipment, site tools, and storage solutions for trade businesses.

Frequently asked questions about Simon Charles Premium Memberships

How can I download my Premium Membership invoices?

You can download your Premium Membership invoices from the Membership Invoices section of your account area at any time.

What does the £19.99 Premium Membership include?

Your £19.99 annual membership gives you full bidding access to all premium-only online auctions for 365 days from the date of payment.

Are standard auction fees still applicable?

Yes, standard buyer's fees still apply to lots won in premium-only auctions, the same as our public sales.

Does membership auto-renew after one year?

Your membership does not auto-renew automatically. You will be notified ahead of your renewal date so you can choose to renew and keep your premium access.

What are the Premium Membership terms?

Premium Membership is subject to our Membership Terms, which set out full details of pricing, renewal, and access.